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SUMMARY:Koki Makharadze 95
DESCRIPTION:  \nKoki Makharadze Anniversary Exhibition at the Dimitri Shevardnadze National Gallery of Georgia \nFrom February 6 to March 7\, 2026\, the Dimitri Shevardnadze National Gallery of Georgia will host an anniversary exhibition dedicated to the Georgian artist Koki Makharadze\, one of the outstanding representatives of monumental painting. This exhibition marks the artist’s first solo exhibition. \nKoki Makharadze emerged on the artistic scene in the 1950s–60s and\, within the framework of Socialist Realism\, developed a highly individual visual language characterized by symbolist\, metaphor-laden compositions rooted in distinctly national themes. \nDuring his years of study at the Academy (1943–1953)\, Makharadze’s artistic explorations were closely tied to the traditions of historical painting and academic realism. He studied under Apolon Kutateladze and Ucha Japaridze. A separate body of his work comprises a series of Socialist Realist paintings produced in the 1960s–70s. \nFrom the 1970s onward\, Makharadze’s practice entered a phase of new artistic inquiry and successful experimentation. Graphic sketches created during his travels in India\, Africa\, Italy\, and Cuba—distinguished by high artistic and technical refinement—evolved into free painterly compositions charged with emotional and expressive intensity\, marked by unconventional viewpoints and a vivid\, luminous palette. \nIn the 1980s\, his style underwent a further transformation. A mystical expressiveness\, dominated by red and black\, emerged\, particularly in the Venice and India series. Works devoted to Georgian themes are characterized by sharp dynamism of form and strong chromatic contrasts (With Fire and Sword\, Ascension\, views of Tbilisi). The abstraction of the background and radiant flashes of bright colors—red\, yellow\, and white—imbue the pictorial surface with powerful emotional tension. \nThe exhibition features Koki Makharadze’s iconic monumental canvas Georgian Land\, a later version of which adorned the foyer of Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University for many years. In addition\, series and graphic sketches created in the 1970s–80s are presented to the public for the first time. \nThe exhibition will open on February 6 at 6:00 PM and will remain open to the public through March 7.
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/koki-makharadze-95/
LOCATION:Dimitri Shevardnadze Georgian National Gallery\, 11 Rustaveli ave\, Tbilisi\, Georgia\, 0108
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Galleries,Invitation
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SUMMARY:Otar Sulava  100
DESCRIPTION:The Dimitri Shevardnadze National Gallery of Georgia is hosting an anniversary exhibition dedicated to the Honored Artist of Georgia\, Otar Sulava (1926–2000). This exhibition marks the artist’s first solo retrospective at the National Gallery and presents a comprehensive overview of his creative legacy. \nOtar Sulava graduated from the Tbilisi State Academy of Arts in 1952. His teachers included Mose Toidze\, Valentin Sherpilov\, Sergo Kobuladze\, and Ucha Japaridze. The artist’s creative career spanned five decades and followed a path of constant exploration and artistic experimentation. His oeuvre brings together works that differ strikingly in style and subject matter\, reflecting the breadth and depth of his artistic vision. \nThe exhibition features approximately 100 works drawn from the collections of the State Museum of Art\, the National Gallery\, and the artist’s family. \nPainting was the primary language of Otar Sulava’s diverse artistic expression. He devoted his entire life to exploring its inexhaustible expressive possibilities\, leaving behind a rich and multifaceted artistic heritage. \nThe exhibition will open on February 5 at 6:00 PM and will run until March 15.
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/otar-sulava-100/
LOCATION:Dimitri Shevardnadze Georgian National Gallery\, 11 Rustaveli ave\, Tbilisi\, Georgia\, 0108
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Galleries,Invitation
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20251113T180000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20251214T180000
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SUMMARY:Lev Bayakhchev Exhibition . Georgian National Gallery
DESCRIPTION:The exhibition features portraits\, still lifes\, and landscapes from different stages of Lev Bayakhchev career. His landscapes seem to hold their breath\, his portraits radiate calm\, and his still lifes reveal the emotions hidden in everyday objects.\n\n\n\nLev Bayakhchev born in Tbilisi in 1930\, Bayakhchev studied at the Tbilisi State Academy of Arts under renowned artists Sergo Kobuladze\, Vasili Shukhaev\, Apollon Kutateladze\, and Korneli Sanadze. Despite the constraints of socialist realism\, he developed a unique style with echoes of European art. Lev Bayakhchev passed away in 1992\n\n\n\nHis works are held in the collections of the Georgian National Museum\, the Georgian Museum of Fine Arts\, as well as the museums of Telavi\, Sighnaghi\, and Batumi. Abroad\, his works are represented in the Museum of Modern Art/Zimmerli Art Museum (USA). His paintings are part of private collections in France\, Italy\, Greece\, Ukraine\, Argentina\, the United States\, Israel\, Germany\, Switzerland\, Armenia\, and Russia.
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/lev-bayakhchev-exhibition/
LOCATION:Dimitri Shevardnadze Georgian National Gallery\, 11 Rustaveli ave\, Tbilisi\, Georgia\, 0108
CATEGORIES:Classics,Exhibitions,Galleries,Invitation
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20251016T100000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20251109T180000
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SUMMARY:Karol Felix - Lighthouse
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe Dimitri Shevardnadze National Gallery will host an exhibition by Karol Felix\, titled Lighthouse. \nThe exhibition is held with the support of the Embassy of the Slovak Republic in Georgia. \nKarol Felix was born on July 26\, 1961\, in Košice. He studied printmaking and book illustration at the Academy of Fine Arts in Bratislava under the influential professor Albín Brunovský. Since graduating\, he has worked as a freelance artist\, moving freely between painting\, drawing\, printmaking\, illustration\, sculpture\, design\, installations\, and even postage stamps. \nFelix co-founded the G BOD graphic association and is an active member of major Slovak and international art unions. Over the years\, he has held 86 solo exhibitions in 19 countries and taken part in more than 250 group shows across Europe\, the Americas\, Asia\, Africa\, and Australia. \nHis work has earned him numerous awards worldwide—from Slovakia and Poland to South Korea and the USA. Beyond creating\, Felix has shared his vision as a guest lecturer in places as varied as Mexico\, South Africa\, China\, and the UAE\, and has curated over 30 exhibitions at home and abroad. \nIn Lighthouse\, Felix continues his exploration of light\, imagination\, and the symbols that link our inner and outer worlds. His recent works invite us to move between myth and modern life\, finding moments of insight where memory\, dream\, and creativity meet. Through his distinctive vision and craftsmanship\, Felix inspires viewers to look beyond the surface and discover the deeper forces that shape how we see and feel. \nThe exhibition will open on October 16 at 10:00 a.m. and will be on view through November 9.
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/karol-felix-lighthouse/
LOCATION:Dimitri Shevardnadze Georgian National Gallery\, 11 Rustaveli ave\, Tbilisi\, Georgia\, 0108
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Galleries,Invitation
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20250925T130000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20251026T180000
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SUMMARY:Realism and Symbolism in Gigo Gabashvili’s Art
DESCRIPTION:  \nFrom September 25 to October 26\, 2025\, the Sighnaghi Museum of History and Ethnography of the Georgian National Museum presents the exhibition Realism and Symbolism in Gigo Gabashvili’s Art. \nOne of the founders of Georgian realistic painting\, Gigo Gabashvili (1862–1936)\, was a professionally trained Georgian artist. He expanded Georgian easel painting—previously limited mainly to portraiture—by introducing a wide variety of themes and genres. What makes him remarkable is his ability to merge two seemingly opposing artistic movements: realism and symbolism. His symbolist legacy reveals not only his profound education but also his broad intellectual interests. In these works\, he reinterprets Georgian myths and legends while also incorporating ethnographic traditions and symbolic imagery. \nThe exhibition features around 50 paintings and graphic works from the collection of the Shalva Amiranashvili State Art Museum of Georgian. The exhibition gives the viewer a rare opportunity to discover the artistic heritage of the master whose vision laid the foundation for modern Georgian art. \nExhibition Dates: September 25 – October 26\, 2025 \nVenue: Sighnaghi Museum of History and Ethnography\, Sh. Rustaveli Alley N 8\, Sighnaghi\, Georgia
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/realism-and-symbolism-in-gigo-gabashvilis-art/
LOCATION:Sighnaghi Museum of History and Ethnography\, Shota Rustaveli # 8\, Sighnaghi\, Georgia
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Galleries,Invitation
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20250807T180000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20250907T180000
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SUMMARY:Paata Merabishvili
DESCRIPTION:The Dimitri Shevardnadze National Gallery of Georgia in collaboration with the “Vanda” Art Gallery will host Paata Merabishvili’s Solo Exhibition for the first time. \nThe exhibition will open on August 7 at 6:00 PM and will run through September 7. \nThe exhibition is curated by Vanda Mujiri. \nThe exhibition will feature recent works created by artist in several mediums (sculpture\, painting\, graphics). \nPaata Merabishvili — painter\, sculptor\, and designer — belongs to the generation of Georgian artists who began their creative careers in the 1990s. \nPaata Merabishvili was born in Tbilisi in 1964. Immediately after graduating from the Iakob Nikoladze Art College\, he entered the Tbilisi State Academy of Arts\, Department of Sculpture\, studying in the workshop of Gogi Ochiauri.\nAfter completing his studies at the Academy\, Merabishvili continued his artistic activity outside Georgia\, actively participating in international exhibitions and symposiums. He soon gained recognition and popularity\, and his works are now part of major collections in various countries around the world. \nIn 2023\, Merabishvili was first introduced to the Georgian public through a retrospective exhibition titled De-formation at the Vanda Gallery\, where his sculptures\, paintings\, and graphic works were presented. \nPaata Merabishvili’s work vividly and uniquely expresses the synthesis of national traditions and modernist plasticity. Drawing on deep knowledge of global artistic culture\, materials\, and technologies\, the artist creates a diverse and distinctive visual world.\nWhile firmly rooted in tradition\, Merabishvili skillfully incorporates a range of artistic movements into his practice — a foundation for his own creative method.\nAlthough abstract in style\, his sculptures generally remain within the realm of figurative art. His works are characterized by bold formal experimentation and a strong pursuit of plastic expressiveness. \nColor plays a vital role in Merabishvili’s practice. He uses bright\, monochrome\, saturated hues that highlight the sculptural properties\, dynamism\, and rhythm of his forms.\nAlthough he considers himself primarily a sculptor\, he devotes significant time to painting\, graphic art\, and collage. These works are highly emotional and dynamic\, and often find continuation in his sculptural pieces. \nFor Paata Merabishvili\, being a sculptor means “an internal state of perceiving everything in space — even thought has its own volume and color.”\nTranslating these perceptions into form — whether on a flat surface or in three-dimensional space — is his way of expressing a unique vision of the world. \nVanda Mujiri
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/paata-merabishvili/
LOCATION:Dimitri Shevardnadze Georgian National Gallery\, 11 Rustaveli ave\, Tbilisi\, Georgia\, 0108
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Galleries,Invitation
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20250620T180000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20250803T180000
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SUMMARY:CORPUS MARINA: Body\, Crucifix\, Sacrifice
DESCRIPTION:Marina Ivanishvili’s Solo Exhibition  at the Georgian National Gallery. \nOn June 20 at 6:00 PM\, the Georgian National Gallery will open CORPUS MARINA\, a conceptually curated exhibition that presents a panoramic view of Marina Ivanishvili’s work. Her sculptures and drawings are presented through three interwoven themes: body\, crucifix\, and sacrifice. \nThe Latin word corpus refers to the human body and a collection of works. In Ivanishvili’s practice\, the torso—fragmented yet evocative—becomes a dominant motif. This exhibition is thus both a meditation on the exposed body and a symbolic corpus of the artist’s creative output. \nExhibition Structure: \nBody – Torsos by Marina \nCrucifixion – The torso of Christ and nude figures \nSacrifice – A bestiary and mythological beings staged within sacrificial rites \nThe exhibition will run until August 3 \nAbout the Artist \nMarina Ivanishvili (1952–2025) was a sculptor\, graphic artist\, painter\, publicist\, and teacher. She received the State Prize of Georgia in 1983. \nA graduate of the Tbilisi State Academy of Arts (Department of Sculpture\, 1976)\, Ivanishvili worked primarily in small-scale sculpture and graphic media\, developing a modernist visual language. Her recurring subjects included torsos\, horses\, and bulls. \nShe served as an artist for the Mtskheta archaeological expedition\, was Secretary of the Sculpture Section of the Georgian Artists’ Union\, and led the children’s sculpture studio at the House of Artists from 1986 to 1989. In later years\, she contributed as a consultant to the digital art platform ART.ge. \nIvanishvili participated in numerous exhibitions in Georgia and abroad. She held solo shows at the Women’s Cultural Center in Hamburg (1991)\, the National Parliamentary Library of Georgia (1997)\, and in Paris (2021). Her works are preserved in the collections of the Shalva Amiranashvili Museum of Fine Arts and the Dimitri Shevardnadze National Gallery\, as well as in private collections. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/corpus-marina-body-crucifix-sacrifice/
LOCATION:Dimitri Shevardnadze Georgian National Gallery\, 11 Rustaveli ave\, Tbilisi\, Georgia\, 0108
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Galleries,Invitation
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SUMMARY:Alexander Shervashidze: Retrospective
DESCRIPTION:  \nFrom 18 May to 16 June 2025\, the Dimitri Shevardnadze National Gallery of Georgia presents Alexander Shervashidze: Retrospective\, an exhibition dedicated to Alexander Shervashidze (1867–1968)—painter\, scenographer\, art critic\, and a prominent descendant of the Abkhazian princely family Shervashidze. \nBorn in Feodosia\, Shervashidze belonged to the Georgian-Abkhazian aristocracy. His multifaceted creative career took shape in the cultural centres of Russia and Europe. Educated in Moscow and Paris\, he developed a distinctive artistic language and made a lasting contribution to the evolution of European theatrical and visual arts.\nThe exhibition traces Shervashidze’s rich and varied career\, highlighting his role as Honorary Chairman of the Mir Iskustva (World of Art) Artists’ Union and his membership in the Parisian Montparnasse art circle. By 1909\, he had joined the National Society of French Artists and gained international recognition through his participation in major exhibitions. His creative vision uniquely blended Georgian\, Russian\, and European artistic traditions.\nA central focus of the exhibition is Shervashidze’s work in scenography and costume design\, including his collaborations with renowned director Vsevolod Meyerhold at the Imperial Theatre in St. Petersburg and later with Sergei Diaghilev’s legendary Ballets Russes. His scenographic works—such as The Tantric Clown\, Prometheus\, and Shota Rustaveli—played a formative role in shaping the visual language of early modernist theater and ballet.\nOn view are Shervashidze’s scenographic and costume sketches\, paintings\, illustrations\, documents from his personal archive\, photographs\, and posters—offering a rich overview of his artistic achievements in London\, Paris\, Brussels\, Madrid\, and Monte Carlo.\nIn 1958\, Shervashidze donated a significant part of his oeuvre to the Art Museum of Georgia and the Sokhumi Picture Gallery—an act of deep affection and symbolic return to his homeland. As Serge Lifar once noted\, Alexander Shervashidze embodied the artistic ideals of the theater and Diaghilev’s Ballets Russes and stood as a vital figure in the theatrical and artistic revolutions of the West.\nThe exhibition is organized by the Dimitri Shevardnadze National Gallery of Georgia. The show features 250 selected exhibits from the collection of the Shalva Amiranashvili State Museum of Art of Georgia.\nThe project was implemented in collaboration with the Ministry of Education and Culture of the Autonomous Republic of Abkhazia. \nCurated by Nana Shervashidze.
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/alexander-shervashidze-retrospective/
LOCATION:Dimitri Shevardnadze Georgian National Gallery\, 11 Rustaveli ave\, Tbilisi\, Georgia\, 0108
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20250411T180000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20250615T180000
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SUMMARY:Ekaterine Gelovani Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Ekaterine Gelovani graduated from the Tbilisi State Academy of Arts in 1983. Shortly after\, in 1987\, she held a solo exhibition at the Tbilisi Ethnographic Museum. She has participated in numerous group exhibitions both in Georgia and abroad. Her works are housed in the National Bank of Georgia\, as well as in private collections in Cologne and Moscow. The artist also took part in a competition organized under the auspices of the UN’s World Food Programme\, where she was awarded second prize. \nEkaterine Gelovani’s paintings are emotionally expressive\, yet simultaneously simple\, concise\, and precise. As the artist herself states\, her work is a personal exploration of the boundless possibilities of color\, form\, and line. \nA special place in her artistic practice is dedicated to portraiture. Her series of self-portraits\, which she titled Dialogue\, comes with her own reflection:\nDialogue with oneself is a complex and perilous journey—a process of losing and finding\, of facing the questions we try to avoid\, yet which inevitably return in different forms\, faces\, and bodies. \nThis is the artist’s first exhibition at the National Gallery. The exhibition will feature around 20 works created over different periods of her career. \nFrom April 11 to June 15\, 2025\, the Dimitri Shevardnadze National Gallery will present a solo exhibition of artist Ekaterine Gelovani. \nExhibition opening – April 11\, 6:00 PM.
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/ekaterine-gelovani-exhibition/
LOCATION:Dimitri Shevardnadze Georgian National Gallery\, 11 Rustaveli ave\, Tbilisi\, Georgia\, 0108
CATEGORIES:Classics,Exhibitions,Galleries
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DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20250615T180000
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SUMMARY:Guram Gelovani Retrospective Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Guram Gelovani is a significant figure in Georgian painting of the 1950s. During this period\, the dominant artistic demand was to depict themes portraying a “happy Soviet life.” However\, ideological pressure often conflicted with the freedom of artistic expression. Despite these constraints\, remarkable artists emerged\, creating high art rooted in a strong academic tradition.\nGelovani began actively participating in all-Union and international exhibitions in 1955. In 1958\, his painting Youth was awarded a diploma and a gold medal by the Union of Artists and the Ministry of Culture. In 1965\, his work Family from Dusheti received the Gold Medal of the Union Academy of Arts. His paintings have since become museum classics\, reflecting the spirit of their time.\nThis is the first solo exhibition of the artist at the National Gallery. The exhibition will feature approximately 60 works from the Georgian Art Museum\, the National Gallery\, and private family collections. A highlight of the exhibition is the restoration of Industrial Landscape (1961)\, one of Gelovani’s largest works\, which will be displayed for the first time in 60 years.\nGelovani’s artistic range is extensive. Alongside his monumental panels\, the exhibition will showcase his lesser-known lyrical landscapes\, as well as portraits and graphic sketches created in an impressionistic style. \nFrom April 11 to June 15\, 2025\, the Dimitri Shevardnadze National Gallery will present a retrospective exhibition of the works of artist Guram Gelovani. \nExhibition opening – April 11\, 6:00 PM \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/guram-gelovani-retrospective-exhibition/
LOCATION:Georgian National Gallery\, 11 Rustaveli ave\, Tbilisi\, Georgia\, 0179
CATEGORIES:Classics,Exhibitions,Galleries,Invitation
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DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20250914T180000
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SUMMARY:Mose Toidze
DESCRIPTION:  \nMose Toidze\nMarch 27 – September 14\, 2025\nSighnaghi Museum of History and Ethnography \nThe Sighnaghi Museum of History and Ethnography is pleased to announce the exhibition Mose Toidze\, on view from March 27 to September 14\, 2025.\nA key representative of the first generation of professional Georgian artists\, Toidze was instrumental in shaping modern Georgian painting and was the founder of the People’s Art Studio. His work played a crucial role in merging Georgian artistic traditions with European influences\, reflecting the dynamic evolution of national art.\nSpanning classical academic painting to modernist experimentation\, Toidze’s artistic legacy is both diverse and significant. His contributions to the history of Georgian art remain invaluable\, securing his place as one of its central figures.\nThe exhibition will present up to 50 paintings and graphic works drawn from the collections of the Shalva Amiranashvili Art Museum of Georgia and the Ioseb Grishashvili Tbilisi History Museum of Georgian National Museum.
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/mose-toidze/
LOCATION:Sighnaghi Museum of History and Ethnography\, Shota Rustaveli # 8\, Sighnaghi\, Georgia
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20250406T180000
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SUMMARY:Alexandre Bandzeladze and Abstract Art
DESCRIPTION:  \nAlexandre (Shura) Bandzeladze (1927–1992) \nAlexandre Bandzeladze\, a Georgian artist\, is closely associated with the development of abstract expressionism in Georgia. After David Kakabadze\, he significantly advanced abstractionist painting in Georgia\, laying the foundation for a new era in the country’s contemporary art. \nBandzeladze was born in 1927 in a small Siberian village. His family returned to Georgia and settled in Zestaponi after his father’s exile for revolutionary activities. In 1942\, Bandzeladze began studying at the Tbilisi Art School\, later transformed into the Tbilisi Academy of Fine Arts. However\, he was expelled from the school for criticizing the regime. Years later\, as an established artist\, he received his diploma at the Academy’s initiative. \nBandzeladze’s oeuvre is multifaceted. In the early 1950s\, he focused extensively on portraits\, creating works such as the portraits of Galaktion Tabidze and Dodo Chichinadze. Book illustration was also significant to him. He has reworked numerous illustrations for The Knight in the Panther’s Skin. In 1957\, he illustrated five books\, including Ernest Hemingway’s The Old Man and the Sea and Folk Poems of Arsena. These works brought him international recognition: in 1966\, he received a special diploma at the Brno Biennale\, and in 1967\, he won first place at a Leipzig competition. Religious art also held a prominent place in Bandzeladze’s work. The frescoes in the Didube Church and a church built on St. Gabriel’s initiative during the Soviet period act as notable examples. \nBandzeladze’s contribution to abstractionism was particularly remarkable. His works were largely unknown to the broader public during the Soviet era\, reaching only a narrow circle of admirers. His abstract works were first showcased in 1987 at a group exhibition. Bandzeladze’s art became a source of inspiration for young artists such as Gia Edzgveradze\, Ilia Zautashvili\, Gela Zautashvili\, Luka Lasareishvili\, and others\, who shared Bandzeladze’s interest in Eastern philosophy and abstraction.  In the 1980s\, Bandzeladze’s works began incorporating abstract surrealist elements. These compositions\, executed in dark gray tones\, stood out for their precision and depth in color and form. At the same time\, they maintained a Georgian identity and resisted Western influences. For Bandzeladze\, color and form were the primary tools that imbued his works with profound emotionality and depth. To this day\, Alexandre Bandzeladze remains one of the most significant figures in Georgian contemporary art\, with works that continue to captivate audiences. \nThe early examples of abstractionism in Georgia emerged as early as the beginning of the 20th century. Abstract works by David Kakabadze\, created during the dawn of the modernist era\, can be considered authentic avant-garde. During the Soviet period\, particularly in the 1980s\, a new wave of abstractionism appeared\, first in private and then in public spaces\, during the transformation era — the works of this generation of artists combined purely abstract and figurative elements. Signs of abstraction of objects and subjects gradually became more pronounced\, evolving into a formless\, formal artistic language. \nAbstract genres like collage and assemblage appeared episodically in the artists’ works from the 1950s and 1960s\, though their integration into broader artistic spaces was limited. The creative concepts of this period were often romanticized and infused with mythological elements\, while themes were predominantly rooted in socialist realist and national motifs. The main characteristics of these abstract works were their compositional balance and vibrant color palettes. As evidenced in Jibson Khundadze’s narratives\, the initial layers of these works were often sketched on canvas with pencil\, forming a foundation for subsequent layers and final compositions. This approach differed significantly from the artistic styles of later generations. \nThe abstract art of the 1970s-1990s in Georgia was a multifaceted and gradually evolving phenomenon that holds a unique place in contemporary art history. Alexandre Bandzeladze played a significant role in shaping a new generation of Georgian artists. Through his knowledge and creation of a free artistic space\, he inspired young artists to explore new directions in art. Initially\, some artists discovered the older generation’s inclination toward abstract art\, which became a source of motivation for those who only knew Bandzeladze through his portraits and illustrations. Bandzeladze actively collaborated with young artists\, sharing with them his own experience of not only aesthetic principles but also the spiritual significance of art. His mentorship laid the foundation for an unofficial school of abstract art in Georgia. Many artists participated in his secret workshops. Bandzeladze taught them to appreciate the beauty of curved lines\, to adopt painterly techniques\, and to perceive the canvas as both a material and a spiritual experience. \nIn the 1980s\, young artists emerged with a strong desire to explore truth and spirituality. They studied world religions\, theology\, and occult subjects. During this period\, contacts were also established with artistic circles in Moscow. In 1986\, at the Hermitage’s new gallery\, an avant-garde exhibition was held. In 1987\, a broader exhibition was organized at Tbilisi’s Blue Gallery (now the National Gallery)\, featuring artists such as Alexandre Bandzeladze\, Gia Edzgveradze\, Gela Zautashvili\, Ilia Zautashvili\, and Luka Lasareishvili. This event signaled that abstract art had begun to secure its place alongside other genres. Art academy students like Ilia Zautashvili and Gia Edzgveradze already had their artistic-ideological visions shaped by the contemporary political context\, particularly the impact of censorship\, which they experienced through canceled exhibitions. They faced significant challenges in defining their identity and style. Their manifestos – Intimate Concept and Intimate Action – acted as reflections of this process. Social aspects of abstract art in Georgia have to be considered. Socioeconomic and class issues often significantly influenced artistic movements. Furthermore\, local subcultures and dominant social discourse created favorable or obstructive conditions for the formation of new directions in art.
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/alexandre-bandzeladze-and-abstract-art/
LOCATION:Dimitri Shevardnadze Georgian National Gallery\, 11 Rustaveli ave\, Tbilisi\, Georgia\, 0108
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Galleries
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SUMMARY:Valentin Sherpilov And His Students : Edmond Kalandadze\, Jibson Khundadze\, Zhani Medzmariashvili\, Zurab Nijaradze
DESCRIPTION:Valentin Sherpilov\n(Tbilisi\, 1911 – Tbilisi\, 1974) \nValentin Sherpilov was a Georgian painter known for his vibrant and expressive works. He began his artistic journey studying sculpture at the Tbilisi Academy of Arts (1932–1938). However\, upon the recommendation of the renowned artist Davit Kakabadze\, he shifted to the painting department and studied under Kakabadze’s mentorship. After graduating\, Sherpilov worked as an assistant to Mose Toidze in the painting department. In the late 1930s\, Sherpilov was dismissed from the academy due to accusations of promoting “incorrect ideas” (namely\, Impressionism) among students. Despite this setback\, he went on to teach at the Tbilisi Art School from 1938 to 1974\, mentoring multiple generations of artists. Sherpilov’s artistic repertoire included genre compositions\, portraits\, and scenes capturing the essence of everyday life in Tbilisi. His works are marked by an expressive use of color and a spontaneous\, free-flowing style. In the 1960s\, he developed a particular interest in the encaustic painting technique. Sherpilov’s contributions to the art world earned him the titles of Honored Artist and Honored Teacher of Georgia. \nHis works are preserved in prominent institutions\, including the Museum of Arts of Georgia\, the Georgian National Gallery\, the Oni Museum of Regional Studies\, the Tretyakov Gallery (Moscow)\, and the Museum of the Peoples of the East (Moscow). Additionally\, his pieces are held in private collections across Georgia and abroad.. \n  \nValentin Sherpilov\, both as a painter and educator\, is an extraordinarily Georgian phenomenon. Although ethnically Russian\, he dedicated his life to serving Georgian culture\, as fate or destiny had placed him here from the beginning. Georgian was his language\, his family environment was Georgian\, and Georgian traditions and customs shaped his spiritual world—an embodiment of his nobility and aristocratic character. \nDuring Sherpilov’s studies at the Tbilisi Academy of Arts\, prominent figures of Georgian culture such as Lansere\, Toidze\, Kakabadze\, and Bajbeuk-Melikov were teaching there. This naturally ensured a high standard of education and professionalism. Among them\, however\, Sherpilov held the deepest respect and gratitude for David Kakabadze\, who guided him and opened his eyes as a young artist. Like all true creators\, Sherpilov retained a keen thirst for learning until his death. He studied the principles of classical composition\, created copies of paintings by Tintoretto and Veronese\, and kept Delacroix’s diary as his constant reference\, striving to understand the secrets of painting techniques. He also devoted great interest to encaustic painting\, creating five works in this technique. Among these\, the most impressive is A Small Scene from Italian Life\, inspired by his travels in Italy. Although he spent only a few days there\, he returned with renewed strength\, saying\, “It feels like I’ve been reborn.” The painting transforms an ordinary\, everyday moment into a festival of colors\, vividly reflecting the artist’s unique voice. The richness of color in the work harmonizes with the marble-like texture characteristic of wax paint\, giving the piece the luxurious luster of polished stone. \nSherpilov’s thematic range was broad. Alongside portraits and landscapes\, he created numerous works on historical and revolutionary themes. While many of these pieces were products of their time\, influenced by the political and social processes of the era\, one undeniable quality stands out: the artist’s high level of professionalism. In every work\, the mastery of the painter is evident. \nSherpilov was a true colorist with impeccable “hearing\,” capable of translating his visions and emotions into the complex language of color. His painting paid particular attention to maximizing the expressive potential of color. This is why he was constantly learning\, exploring\, and experimenting. Valentin Sherpilov was an artist to his core. For him\, painting was not only a vocation but a spiritual necessity to which he devoted his entire life. Most importantly\, he passed on to us the ability to perceive the world through his unique vision—his sounds and forms\, colors\, and shadows. \nWith such selfless and almost sacrificial dedication to art\, Sherpilov inspired admiration and love among the younger generation. His life and work elevated the role of an artist and educator to a level of dignity. It is notable that the transformations in Georgian painting during the 1950s are associated with a group of artists whose formation was greatly influenced by Sherpilov as a teacher. These young artists (Edmond Kalandadze\, Jibson Khundadze\, Zhani Medzmariashvili\, Zurab Nijaradze\, among others) shaped the modern face of Georgian art. In Sherpilov’s works\, they particularly valued the Impressionist richness of color\, the impeccable knowledge of composition\, and mastery of drawing. Color\, as the primary emotional element\, took on a central role in the paintings. Its expressive power resonated boldly\, while the deepening of the expressive language brought an intimate\, chamber quality to the works.. \nSophio Ioseliani \n 
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/valentin-sherpilov-and-his-students-edmond-kalandadze-jibson-khundadze-zhani-medzmariashvili-zurab-nijaradze/
LOCATION:Dimitri Shevardnadze Georgian National Gallery\, 11 Rustaveli ave\, Tbilisi\, Georgia\, 0108
CATEGORIES:Classics,Exhibitions,Galleries,Invitation
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DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20250216T180000
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SUMMARY:Elene Rakviashvili - Medea's Garden
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n  \nDimitri Shevardnadze National Gallery hosts Elene Rakviashvili’s exhibition Medea’s Garden. \nMedea’s Garden is a multimedia exhibition where the author revives the forgotten garden of Medea\, the queen and priestess of Colchis. The concept of Medea’s Garden as “the balance of life – the knowledge of nature\, the use of plants\, the dose – as the power that kills and heals”\, the exhibition space depicts the endemic plants used by Medea of ​​Colchis through various means of art. Elene Rakviashvili is a multidisciplinary artist\, after graduating from the Tbilisi State Academy of Arts\, she has been working in the fields of painting\, installation\, conceptual photography\, video and digital art. Her works are often focused on issues of identity\, environmental protection and urban development. The artist’s work is notable for its interest in social aspects – performance as a medium\, which turns the traditional method of painting on fabric with wine into an interactive process. \nThe exhibition will continue until February 16.
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/elene-rakviashvili-medeas-garden/
LOCATION:Georgian National Gallery\, 11 Rustaveli ave\, Tbilisi\, Georgia\, 0179
CATEGORIES:Classics,Exhibitions,Galleries,Invitation
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20241218T140000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20250323T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T123808
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SUMMARY:The New Collection of the Museum of Arts of Georgia\, 2021-2023: Part 5
DESCRIPTION:  \nValerian Sidamon- Eristavi \nSergo Kobuladze \nVera Rockline-Schlesinger \nFelix (Varla) Varlamishvili \nIrina Stenberg \nBetween 2021 and 2023\, the Ministry of Culture of Georgia significantly expanded the collection of the Shalva Amiranashvili State Museum of Arts of Georgia\, with a particular focus on modern and contemporary Georgian art. This expansion added works by 122 Georgian artists\, many of whom were previously underrepresented in the museum’s holdings. \nThis newly acquired collection provides a compelling narrative of the evolution of Georgian art. It highlights an extensive range of graphic works created by artists during the 1950s and 1970s\, focusing on those who played key roles in advancing Georgian graphic art. The collection also includes works acquired after the group exhibition of non-conformist artists at the Sighnaghi Museum\, further enhancing its representation of diverse artistic movements. \nHowever\, the most significant additions to the collection are paintings from the 1980s and 1990s\, a pivotal period in Georgian painting that marks a transformative phase in the country’s artistic evolution. This collection highlights a selection of distinct artistic choices\, shedding light on the unique paths each artist took to transcend the limitations of their local environment. Through these works\, they merged their personal experiences with contemporary artistic movements. Notably\, the Ministry has acquired works by modernist artist Valerian Sidamon-Eristavi from the 1930s\, including pieces depicting the construction of Baku’s industrial zone. \nThe most significant additions to the collection are paintings from the 1980s and 1990s\, a transformative period in Georgian art. These works reflect the artists’ unique paths to transcend local limitations\, merging personal experiences with contemporary movements. Notably\, the Ministry has acquired 1930s works by modernist Valerian Sidamon-Eristavi\, including pieces depicting Baku’s industrial zone. \nSince 2022\, the opportunity has arisen to acquire works by renowned artists such as Sergo Kobuladze\, Alexander Bazhbeuk-Melikyan\, Felix Varlamishvili\, and Kirill Zdanevich\, as well as sculptures by Rusudan Gachechiladze\, Vazha Melikishvili\, Karlo Grigolia\, and Simon Girkelidze. \nThe presentation of the new collection of modern and contemporary Georgian art at the Shalva Amiranashvili State Museum of Arts is a gradual process. The fifth exhibition is currently on view at the Sighnaghi Museum from December 18\, 2024\, to March 23\, 2025.
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/the-new-collection-of-the-museum-of-arts-of-georgia-2023-2024-part-5/
LOCATION:Signaghi Museum\, Shota Rustaveli # 8\, Signaghi\, Georgia
CATEGORIES:Classics,Exhibitions,Galleries,Invitation
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20241109T180000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20250105T180000
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SUMMARY:Exhibition of works by Vakhtang Beridze\, Zachariah Maisuradze\, Longinoz Sumbadze and Rene Schmerling
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nThe exhibition showcasing the works of Georgian art scholars Vakhtang Beridze\, Zachariah Maisuradze\, Longinoz Sumbadze\, and René Schmerling aims to illustrate the synthesis between scientific research and artistic creation. It seeks to demonstrate how these two domains mutually influenced and enriched each other. These four scholars represent the pioneering generation of art historians who established the foundation for the scholarly study of Georgian art. Beyond their seminal contributions to the field\, their distinctive biographies and creative endeavors – which merge intuitive\, emotional insights with rigorously structured academic research – constitute a significant and unique chapter in the history of XX-century Georgian Art. \nNino Sekhniashvili\nExhibition author \n 
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/exhibition-of-works-by-vakhtang-beridze-zachariah-maisuradze-longinoz-sumbadze-and-rene-schmerling/
LOCATION:Dimitri Shevardnadze Georgian National Gallery\, 11 Rustaveli ave\, Tbilisi\, Georgia\, 0108
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Galleries,Invitation
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20241108T100000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20250407T180000
DTSTAMP:20260421T123808
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SUMMARY:COPIES OF GEORGIAN FRESCOES FROM THE COLLECTION OF THE MUSEUM OF ARTS OF GEORGIA
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe exhibition showcases copies of medieval Georgian monumental art created by renowned Georgian artists in the early 20th century. These selected works represent a small portion of the rich collection at the Shalva Amiranashvili Museum of Arts. The creation of this collection can be attributed to the dedicated efforts of Ekvtime Takaishvili and Dimitri Shevardnadze\, both advocates for Georgian culture and museum development\, along with contributions from historical\, ethnographic\, and artistic societies. \nMajor expeditions aimed at studying Georgian culture began in the 1910s\, with enthusiastic participation from young artists who would later become prominent figures. The artifacts they produced are invaluable\, as many originals no longer exist or are severely damaged. \nThe copies and sketches of Georgian frescoes displayed at the National Gallery highlight important treasures of our cultural heritage\, each possessing distinct artistic value. The dates of the exhibited pieces indicate that these works mark the beginnings of the creative journeys of great Georgian artists such as David Kakabadze\, Lado Gudiashvili\, Shalva Kikodze\, Dimitri Shevardnadze\, and others. Each copy is rendered with close fidelity to the originals\, vivid expression\, and a unique artistic style. Exploring these copies is essential for studying the works of the featured artists.
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/copies-of-georgian-frescoes-from-the-collection-of-the-museum-of-arts-of-georgia/
LOCATION:Dimitri Shevardnadze Georgian National Gallery\, 11 Rustaveli ave\, Tbilisi\, Georgia\, 0108
CATEGORIES:Classics,Exhibitions,Galleries,Invitation
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20241106T100000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20250407T180000
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SUMMARY:GEORGIAN PORTRAIT PAINTING OF THE 19TH CENTURY
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe exhibition features eighteen 19th-century Tbilisi Portrait School artworks\, preserved at the Shalva Amiranashvili State Museum of Arts of Georgia. This collection includes portraits of contemporary Georgian residents\, such as kings\, queens\, princes\, nobles\, military officers\, officials\, and citizens. \nThroughout the history of Georgian art\, various artistic styles were influenced by diverse cultural traditions\, due to Georgia’s geographical location and the unique circumstances often faced by smaller nations. In the second half of the 18th century and the first half of the 19th century\, influences from the Eastern-Islamic and Western-European worlds were evident in Georgian lifestyle and Georgian art. Tbilisi\, Georgia’s capital\, was also a multicultural hub\, with people from different backgrounds bringing their customs and ethnic cultures. Consequently\, by the early 19th century\, the expressive style of the Tbilisi portrait school reflected a fusion of various artistic traditions. \nAmong the roots of this school\, a distinctly Georgian influence stands the long-standing tradition of secular portraits in Georgian medieval wall painting. Iranian art also played a significant role. Furthermore\, the stylistic character of the Tbilisi portrait school was undoubtedly shaped by the impact of European easel painting and the evolution of Georgian parade portraits in the late 18th century. Around 200 works from this school survive in Georgia today\, known for their typicality\, generalization\, and universality. \nBy the end of the 18th century\, there was a certain fusion between the incoming influences and those traditionally rooted in the Middle Ages\, creating a highly noteworthy art form. With Russia’s arrival\, not only was the monarchy abolished\, and the church stripped of its autonomy\, but the entire social order was disrupted. In art\, this was expressed through a new reorganization—we see yet another wave of European influence arriving and\, once again\, meeting with local traditions. This begins in the late 1820s\, as a rise to a very intriguing phenomenon. We call it the Tbilisi portrait\, although it appears to extend beyond just Tbilisi. Today\, this phenomenon is quite well-known. We know that many artists were involved\, yet still\, there are no names or surnames attached to the works. In several pieces\, we see the blending of Georgian and Armenian visual traditions and unifying elements—sometimes a hint of Eastern influence\, sometimes a sudden return to the old\, our own\, medieval juxtapositions. It is interesting to see how this phenomenon connects to the circle of artists who emerged on the scene at the end of the 19th century. \nThis text is based on Dimitri Tumanishvili’s book Georgian Art of the 20th Century and Its Historical Context. \n 
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/georgian-portrait-painting-of-the-19th-centure/
LOCATION:Dimitri Shevardnadze Georgian National Gallery\, 11 Rustaveli ave\, Tbilisi\, Georgia\, 0108
CATEGORIES:Classics,Exhibitions,Galleries,Invitation
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20240920T180000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20240929T180000
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SUMMARY:Davit Abesadze’s Retrospective Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:  \nFrom September 20 to September 29  the Dimitri Shevardnadze National Gallery hosts  David Abesadze’s Retrospective Exhibition  \nDavit Abesadze (b. 1966) is a notable figure from the generation of artists emerging in the 1990s.  \nHe is an intriguing and impressive artist whose work is characterized by expressiveness and a distinctive vision of the world. As it seems\, the life of a painter itself is involved in creating an interesting environment for his work –  The family took care of the hearing impaired artist from birth. Following the death of his parents\, Abesadze led a reclusive life\, with minimal involvement in the art world.  \nDavit Abesadze’s solo retrospective exhibition at the Dimitri Shevardnadze National Gallery is being held for the first time.
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/davit-abesadzes-retrospective-exhibition/
LOCATION:Dimitri Shevardnadze Georgian National Gallery\, 11 Rustaveli ave\, Tbilisi\, Georgia\, 0108
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Galleries,Invitation
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20240906T100000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20241103T180000
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SUMMARY:Beyond the Homeland
DESCRIPTION:  \nFrom September 6 to November 3\, the Dimitri Shevardnadze National Gallery presents\nBeyond the Homeland\, a joint exhibition featuring the works of immigrant artists Felix\nVarlamishvili\, Vera Pagava\, Vano Enoukidze\, and Michel Bilanichvili. \nThe exhibition highlights the artworks of these four artists\, who left Georgia for various\nreasons in the 1920s. They grew up in exile and established themselves as French\nartists; as a result\, none of them returned to Georgia\, instead living and working in\nParis. During that period\, Western culture was in a state of flux\, which is reflected in\ntheir art. However\, despite being shaped within the same artistic environment\, the works\nof these four artists are distinctly different from one another. \nThe artworks are collected from Georgian and European private collections.
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/beyond-the-homeland/
LOCATION:Dimitri Shevardnadze Georgian National Gallery\, 11 Rustaveli ave\, Tbilisi\, Georgia\, 0108
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Galleries,Invitation
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20240905T100000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20240915T180000
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SUMMARY:Returned Collections 2021-2023
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nFrom September 5 to September 15\, the Dimitri Shevardnadze National Gallery hosted an exhibition. The exhibition showcased artworks from Georgian museums that were taken between 1993 and 2010 and have been recently returned. \nThe collection features pieces by renowned Georgian artists such as Sergo Kobuladze\,Elene\nAkhvlediani\, Apolon Kutateladze\, Edmond Kaladadze\, Dimitri Khakhutashvili\, Guram\n(Khita) Kutateladze\, Givi Toidze\, Irakli Sutidze\, Levan Lagidze\, Zaza Berdzenishvili\,\nZaur Golava\, Tamaz Kakabadze\, Rusudan Petviashvili\, Temo Japaridze\, Otar Sulava\,\nMedea Bakradze\, Vazha Melikishvili\, Nodar Topuria\, Simon Girkelidze\, Neli Aleksidze\,\nTengiz Tskhondia\, Omar Kachkachishvili\, Guram Navrozashvili\, Grigol Chirinaishvili\,\nShota Lejava\, Zaur Deisadze\, Kote Chankvetadze\, and Gela Mandzhavidze. \nAmong the returned pieces is an 18th-century still life by an unknown Russian academic artist\, originally acquired by the Museum of Fine Arts in the 1930s under the attribution of Jean-Baptiste-Siméon Chardin. The museum recovered the painting\, which had been stolen during a 1994 armed robbery\, in 2023. \nThe National Gallery has recently reclaimed several important works by artists such as Grigory Gagarin\, Lev Lagorio\, Karl Zhukovsky\, Yevgeny Lanceray\, and Boris Vogel. These pieces are of great historical\, ethnographic\, and artistic significance for Georgia. Originally housed in the Russian Academy of Arts\, these works were returned to the National Gallery in 2021 after being absent for 18 years\, thanks to the efforts of the Ministry of Culture of Georgia. \n 
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/returned-collections-2021-2023/
LOCATION:Dimitri Shevardnadze Georgian National Gallery\, 11 Rustaveli ave\, Tbilisi\, Georgia\, 0108
CATEGORIES:Classics,Exhibitions,Galleries
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DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20240915T180000
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SUMMARY:Misha Iashvili 70
DESCRIPTION:  \nFrom September 3 to September 15\, The Dimitri Shevardnadze National Gallery\, with the support of the Ministry of Culture and Sports of Georgia\, present Misha Iashvili 70\, the solo exhibition of Mikheil Iashvili. \nIn the 1980s\, a new generation of artists brought a significant shift in the Georgian art scene. They redefined it with innovative forms and content\, reviving once-forgotten traditional and religious themes. This period is characterized by a reinterpretation of artistic forms and a passionate pursuit of individual creativity\, which defines the essence of Georgian painting from this era. \nMikheil (Misha)  Iashvili (1954-2012) was an exceptionally charismatic artist of his generation. He graduated from the Tbilisi State Academy of Arts in 1979 and continued his studies in the creative workshop of Ucha Japaradze from 1981 to 1983. Iashvili was a leading member of the Union of Artists of Georgia from 1989 to 1999. In the 1990s\, he also served as president of the artists’ club Pirosmani\, and from 2009 to 2012\, he was a visiting professor at the Tbilisi State Academy of Arts. \nMikheil Iashvili’s biography is as dynamic and multifaceted as his art. Not only was he a prolific artist\, but he also organized numerous projects and exhibitions both in Georgia and internationally. His influence extended well beyond his creative works. The art events he curated – whether in bustling cities\, remote villages\, or the courtyards of Old Tbilisi – were often spontaneous and celebrated as true artistic festivities. As his friends recall\, Misha was a passionate visionary\, exceptionally dedicated and effective in realizing his ideas\, yet also an irrepressible romantic… \nMikheil Iashvili’s artistic output is remarkably diverse\, encompassing paintings\, graphics\, collages\, and a range of styles and experiments.  Each piece bears the imprint of his distinctive vision\, imbued with a subtle charm.  Throughout his career\, he has participated in approximately 160 exhibitions\, both nationally and internationally. His work has been displayed in numerous countries\, including Germany\, Switzerland\, Norway\, France\, Italy\, Japan\, Poland\, Hungary\, Malta\, and Egypt\, with 16 of these being solo exhibitions
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/misha-iashvili-70/
LOCATION:Dimitri Shevardnadze Georgian National Gallery\, 11 Rustaveli ave\, Tbilisi\, Georgia\, 0108
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Galleries,Invitation
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20240719T180000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20240811T180000
DTSTAMP:20260421T123808
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SUMMARY:Vaho Muskheli - Rubicon
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe Dimitri Shevardnadze National Gallery and Art Gallery Vanda\, with the support of the Ministry of Culture and Sports of Georgia\, present Rubicon\, the solo exhibition of Vaho Muskheli (Vakhtang Muskhelishvili). The project is curated by Vanda Mujiri. \nThe exhibition will present paintings and graphic works created in the last five-year period by Vaho Muskheli. \nVaho Muskheli (Vakhtang Muskhelishvili) was born in 1957 in Tbilisi. After graduating from the Tbilisi Academy of Arts\, he continued to work independently. In the 1990s\, he moved to the United States\, where he has lived for 30 years. Currently\, Vaho Muskheli resides in Seattle and is a prominent artist in America and his homeland. His works are held in state and private collections in many countries. \nVaho Muskheli’s artistic vision is unique; he perceives things differently. In his work\, every topic he addresses stems from reality. Each canvas reflects his feelings\, illustrating the emotions he communicates to himself and his audience. Muskheli’s relationship with the canvas is akin to his relationship with the entire world\, making it impossible to convey everything in just one word. Each painting is a single word of a story\, and the artist’s entire body of work is the grand narrative he tells us about the world. \nMuskheli is particularly fascinated by “the challenges of researching the illusions of the three-dimensional world and the flatness of the canvas\, mediating between worlds to achieve an interworld feeling.” This is why his works are notable for their monumentality. His expressive language\, focusing on human and animal forms\, represents fantastic realism with strong elements of personal symbolism\, according to the artist himself. \n– Vanda Mujiri \n“No one but time should grant you the title of an Artist. It is a time that must be filled with hard work and the search for new things\,” says Vaho Muskheli. \n„What are the main impulses of my theme? \nMan and the environment – exploring man’s function in a changing world and how his psyche evolves with these changes\, emphasizing their interdependence; \nThe sense of the temporality of human physical existence and agnosticism in vast and endless space; \nA man’s fall to the deepest bottom and the desire to fight and climb back up; \nThe human body\, especially its dynamics of motion\, is a narrative of the world. Human body motion can provide answers to endless unanswered questions. The human body holds the mystery of understanding the world\, the mystique of solitude\, and the choice of a free mind. \nEach seemingly insignificant gesture is a word in a complex sentence. Our choice of sentences shapes the story we create. \nSooner or later\, everyone finds themselves at the edge of a river\, like Caesar once upon a time\, where they must make a choice\, that can either unleash the monster of ignorance or hold the kindness of the world just in the palm of their hand. Everyone has to cross their own Rubicon.“ \n– Vaho Muskheli \nThe exhibition will open on Friday\, July 19\, at 18:00 and will run until August 11\, 2024. \nAddress: The Dimitri Shevardnadze National Gallery\, Rustaveli Ave. 11\, Tbilisi
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/vaho-muskheli-rubicon/
LOCATION:Dimitri Shevardnadze Georgian National Gallery\, 11 Rustaveli ave\, Tbilisi\, Georgia\, 0108
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Galleries
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20240608T100000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20240714T180000
DTSTAMP:20260421T123808
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SUMMARY:Sophia Cherkezishvili : And then she said maybe
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe Dimitri Sheverdnadze National Gallery of Georgia hosts the exhibition of the artist Sophia Cherkezishvili – “And then she said maybe” \nI dedicate this story to trees I imagine can fly\, \nTo bridges and labyrinths\, I shall construct with certainty\, \nFairy tales\, I’m sure to believe in\, \nand to the bells\, I’ll probably hear. \nThis is how the artist explains the main idea and building principle of the exhibition. In addition to 28 paintings\, the exhibition includes an installation – “Trees always stand by you”. \nSophia Cherkezishvili was born in 1971. In 1990\, she graduated from Nikoladze Art College\, Tbilisi Art School named after Jacob Nikoladze\, and in 1994 – Tbilisi State Academy of Art. \nSophia Cherkezishvili was on of the first in a group of artists to study in the West after the collapse of the Soviet Union. From 1994 to 1998\, she studied at the Gerrit Rietveld Academy in Amsterdam\, Holland. Afterward\, she returned to Georgia and began working actively in the field of art. She taught at the Jacob Nikoladze Art School from 1999 to 2006 and at the Faculty of Fine Arts of the Tbilisi State Academy of Arts from 2010 to 2018. Since 2006\, she has been a professor of audio-visual and media arts\, Audio-visual and Media Art department at the Georgian Institute of Public Affairs (GIPA). \nSophia Cherkezishvili has been actively participating in various international and local exhibitions and projects since 2000. Most of her work consists of her own projects with a distinctive and recognizable style. Her most famous projects include: “Why Does the Grass Grow on My Head?”; “One Minute Is Quite Enough to See All Life”; “On the Mind of Caucasus Mountains”; and “If Needed\, Ships Also Stop.” In this series\, the artist explores her fictional\, other self\, creating aesthetic forms and messages. Through her picture-ikons\, we can hear the voices of women. \nSophia Cherkezishvili sees the artist’s free will as a metaphysical spiritual phenomenon. She revisits something already perceived or experienced to focus attention on it and make it an object of reflection. \nThe exhibition will be available for viewing from June 8 to July 14. \nThe official opening ceremony will be held on June 15 at 18:00.
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/sophia-cherkezishvili-and-then-she-said-maybe/
LOCATION:Dimitri Shevardnadze Georgian National Gallery\, 11 Rustaveli ave\, Tbilisi\, Georgia\, 0108
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Galleries,Invitation
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20240530T100000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20240630T180000
DTSTAMP:20260421T123808
CREATED:20240224T161402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240224T162151Z
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SUMMARY:A WOMAN ARTIST: THE FACE OF THE ERA
DESCRIPTION:  \nA WOMAN ARTIST: THE FACE OF THE ERA\nDiscover the works of Georgian women artists from the past century to the present day. \nIn May 2024\, the Pesti Vigadó halls will host an exhibition titled A Woman Artist: The Face of the Era\, the first-ever event in Hungary to introduce the art of Georgian women of the last century and current millennium to the Hungarian audience and to celebrate Georgia’s Independence Day on May 26. The show will last till the end of June. \nThe exhibition will feature works by Helene Akhvlediani\, Ketevan Maghalashvili\, Tamara Abakelia\, Esma Oniani\, Lia Shvelidze\, and Sopho Cherkezishvili\, representing four generations of Georgian women artists. The show\, spanning 100 years (1924–2024)\, unites pieces of Modernist and Socialist Realism art\, as well as non-ideological art of the Thaw period\, and Postmodern art. \nPieces united under the theme A Woman: A Symbol of Modernization showcase mostly the first half of the twentieth century\, which enables the audience to explore the works of those artists who themselves became the harbingers of emancipation. Another set of works by contemporary women artists exploring the postmodern woman’s inner self\, her loneliness and fragility\, and her desire for independence falls under the broad theme of A Woman as the Main Motive in Art. \nAll artistic trends and movements that emerged in Georgia despite the isolation of the Soviet era and the challenges of the young nation’s self-identity demonstrate a strong alignment between Georgian and European cultures. \nThe exhibition of Georgian painters is being hosted by Pesti Vigadó for the first time. The majority of the exhibits come from the Georgian National Museum of Art and the Georgian National Gallery’s collections\, as well as the artists’ collections. \nThe event is organized by the Ministry of Culture and Sport of Georgia in collaboration with the Embassy of Georgia to Hungary\, the Hungarian Academy of Arts\, and the Pesti Vigado. \nThe Georgian National Gallery is the curator of the exhibition
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/a-woman-artist-the-face-of-the-era/
LOCATION:PESTI VIGADÓ\, Budapest\, Vigadó tér 2\, 1051 Hungary\, Budapest
CATEGORIES:Classics,Exhibitions
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20240528T100000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20241223T180000
DTSTAMP:20260421T123808
CREATED:20240522T125408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241005T005703Z
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SUMMARY:Children in Georgian Painting
DESCRIPTION:From May 28\, 2024 to September 23\, 2024\, the Sighnaghi Museum of History and Ethnography will host the exhibition – Children in Georgian Painting. \nThe exhibition organized by the International Children’s Fund aims to showcase the evolving public understanding of the unique phenomenon of children and childhood in fine art. \nThe Sighnaghi Museum of History and Ethnography hosts a retrospective exhibition of paintings and graphic works on the theme of children from the collection of the Shalva Amiranashvili State Museum of Art of Georgia. \nKeeping pace with the chronicles of human fine art\, the history of Georgian art comprises a unique collection of children’s images\, created by both Georgian and foreign artists residing in Georgia. Most of these works are of the highest museum value of our national culture\, and the public will see them for the first time. \nThe exhibition commemorating the International Day of Children’s Protection serves as another reminder to society that children are always important symbols of the world\, and the elder generation must provide a secure environment for them. \nCurator: Irine Abesadze \nThe exhibition is organized by the Children’s International Fund. \n 
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/children-in-georgian-painting/
LOCATION:Sighnaghi Museum of History and Ethnography\, Shota Rustaveli # 8\, Sighnaghi\, Georgia
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20240407T180000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20240527T180000
DTSTAMP:20260421T123808
CREATED:20240328T120835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240521T203837Z
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SUMMARY:The Exhibition of Ceramic Artists
DESCRIPTION:  \nFrom April 7 to May 1\, 2024\, the Dimitri Shevardnadze National Gallery of Georgia will host a show – The Exhibition of Ceramic Artists. The exhibition will feature the diverse works created across different mediums by esteemed contemporary Georgian artists\, including Lia Bagrationi\, Nato Eristavi\, Otar Vepkhvadze\, Gigisha Pachkoria\, Gia Miminoshvili\, Lali Kutateladze\, and Malkhaz Shvelidze. \nThe exhibition aims to showcase the artists’ works\, installations\, or compositions based on their personal interests\, with no limitations on the choice of materials. However\, it is essential that the artists employ or present clay in their works to some extent. \nCurator: Lali Kutateladze
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/the-exhibition-of-ceramic-artists/
LOCATION:Dimitri Shevardnadze Georgian National Gallery\, 11 Rustaveli ave\, Tbilisi\, Georgia\, 0108
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Invitation
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20240314T180000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20240414T180000
DTSTAMP:20260421T123808
CREATED:20240312T080909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240312T232154Z
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SUMMARY:Irakli Gamrekeli 130
DESCRIPTION:  \nCelebrating 130 Years of Irakli Gamrekeli’s Artistic Legacy in a Captivating Exhibition \nThis year marks the 130th anniversary of the birth of the distinguished Georgian artist\, illustrator\, and scenographer\, Irakli Gamrekeli. \nArt Phuti (NNLE) is organising a retrospective exhibition featuring the works of Irakli Gamrekeli at the D. Shevardnadze National Gallery. The exhibition is scheduled to run from March 14 to April 14\, 2024. \nIrakli Gamrekeli stands out as a prominent figure in the Georgian avant-garde movement. His artistic prowess is most vividly manifested in the realm of scenography. His distinctive style\, characterised by exaggerated theatrical gestures and facial expressions\, can be described as an expressionist form of mannerism. \nIrakli Gamrekeli stands as one of the founding figures of Georgian theatre art. Collaborating with fellow innovators in Georgian theatre\, Konstantine (Kote) Marjanishvili and Alexander (Sandro) Akhmeteli\, he played a crucial role in establishing the theoretical foundations of the field. Through a combination of innovative explorations and bold experiments\, they revitalised the traditions of Georgian spectacular theatre. \nThe aim of the jubilee exhibition dedicated to Irakli Gamrekeli is to showcase\, once again\, all stages of the artist’s creativity and highlight his significant contributions to the development of Georgian fine art and scenography. \nFor the first time\, the exhibition will feature Irakli Gamrekeli’s works from the early period of scenography\, along with previously unknown examples of book graphics\, sketches of the artist’s designed opera and ballet performances\, and a video collage that emphasises Irakli Gamrekeli’s contributions to film painting. \nThe exhibition showcases artworks by Irakli Gamrekeli from diverse collections\, including those from the Shalva Amiranashvili State Museum of Art\, Art Palace\, Rustaveli National Theatre\, and Marjanishvili Drama Theatre. Additionally\, pieces are featured from the collections of Gamrekeli Gallery and the private collections of Archil Darchia\, Maka\, and Eka Arbolishvili. \nAll the organisations and individuals mentioned above played an active role in the collaborative effort to produce the anniversary book album honouring the work of Irakli Gamrekeli. The electronic version of this publication was prepared with the backing of the Ministry of Culture and Sports of Georgia. \nExhibition Opening: March 14 at 18:00 \nAddress: D. Shevardnadze National Gallery\, Shota Rustaveli Ave.\, N11\, Tbilisi. \nProject Head: Khatuna Kikvadze
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/irakli-gamrekeli-130/
LOCATION:Dimitri Shevardnadze Georgian National Gallery\, 11 Rustaveli ave\, Tbilisi\, Georgia\, 0108
CATEGORIES:Classics,Exhibitions,Invitation
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20240314T180000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20240331T180000
DTSTAMP:20260421T123808
CREATED:20240225T140524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240226T004838Z
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SUMMARY:George Chachanidze Retrospective
DESCRIPTION:  \n“I think one of the missions of art is to quickly help negative events and reanimate “fallen asleep” energies\, which are crucial for human development…” \nGeorge Chachanidze (born 1965) graduated from the Tbilisi Academy of Arts (1984–1989). He has been a member of the Georgian Artists Union since 1997. Pedagogical activity holds an important place in his career; since 2007\, he has been working at Tbilisi State Academy of Arts as a painting teacher at the fine arts faculty. He has been the professor of the same academy since 2014. \n“It is important to me that the individual handwriting adaptation process in real time is harmoniously presented in the object of art.. which represents the reflection process of modern art tendencies with the help of traditional easel painting mediums… \nEach artist has their own expressive language. The painter is responsible for the world outlook of society\, and he chooses how to approach the viewer: his work echoes dogmatic\, traditional aesthetic frames or offers them an unexpected moves…” \nGeorge Chachanidze’s paintings offer viewers exactly such unexpected solutions: a color palette built on acute contrasts\, abstract\, expressive form\, and unusual compositions. His work is an attempt at the “aestheticization of rational and\, at the same time\, sensual.”. \nPaintings are the main remedy for the artist’s self-expression; however\, graphic work and illustration are equally important in his ouevre. He has been collaborating as a painter-illustrator with those publishing houses: Our Writing\, Omega\, Criminal Chronicles\, Flag\, Morning\, and Bakmi. He was named the best painter of magazine Our Writing in 2009. He was nominated for the Astrid Lindgren Award in 2020. 2021\,  He became laureate in nomination: The best illustrations for literature Holy Scriptures\, New Testament\, Vita Nova.
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/giorgi-chachanidze-retrospective/
LOCATION:Dimitri Shevardnadze Georgian National Gallery\, 11 Rustaveli ave\, Tbilisi\, Georgia\, 0108
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20240213T100000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tbilisi:20250213T180000
DTSTAMP:20260421T123808
CREATED:20240204T143358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240224T163331Z
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SUMMARY:Pirosmani's Masterpieces Return: A Renewed Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:  \nAlmost a year later\, Niko Pirosmanashvili’s works have returned from international exhibitions. Starting February 9\, 2024\, the newly renovated exhibition space at the Dimitri Shevardnadze National Gallery welcomes you to a new showcase of the artist’s work. The exhibition will feature approximately 20 works\, including Pirosmanashvili’s masterpieces such as Fisherman in a Red Shirt\, Giraffe\, Actress Margarita\,Ortachala Beauties\,and others. \nIn the 2023–2024 period\, Niko Pirosmanashvili’s paintings were showcased in four internationally acclaimed modern art exhibition centers. His first solo exhibition in Northern Europe took place at the Louisiana Museum of Modern Art (Humlebeck\, Denmark)\, featuring around 50 works from the Collection of Sh. Amiranashvili Fine Art Museum of Georgia. The exhibition drew 250\,000 visitors in four months before continuing to the Beyeler Museum (Basel\, Switzerland). Pirosmani’s works were also featured in two significant exhibitions organised as part of the international festival Europalia Georgia in Brussels\, Belgium: Avant-Garde in Georgia\, 1900–1936 at the Bozar Centre for Fine Arts and Georgia: Meeting Place at the Museum of Art and History.
URL:https://art.gov.ge/en/event/pirosmanis-masterpieces-return-a-renewed-exhibition/
LOCATION:Dimitri Shevardnadze Georgian National Gallery\, 11 Rustaveli ave\, Tbilisi\, Georgia\, 0108
CATEGORIES:Classics,Exhibitions,Galleries,Invitation
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